Copilot is My Copilot - Pair Programming with an AI

Overview

Syllabus

• Introduction to AI-Assisted Pair Programming
Overview of AI in software development
Introduction to GitHub Copilot
Benefits of pair programming with AI
• Getting Started with GitHub Copilot
Setting up GitHub Copilot in your development environment
Configuring and personalizing AI suggestions
Integrating Copilot into your existing workflow
• Understanding Copilot's Capabilities
Exploring code completion and generation features
Reviewing Copilot's language support and limitations
Analyzing AI-generated code for quality and accuracy
• Effective Collaboration with AI
Best practices for interacting with Copilot
Balancing AI suggestions with human intuition
Strategies for improving AI outputs
• Enhancing Productivity with AI
Automating routine coding tasks
Using Copilot for rapid prototyping and brainstorming
Strategies for debugging and refining AI-assisted code
• Improving Code Quality
Implementing code review practices with AI-generated code
Validating and testing AI-suggested functions
Ensuring maintainability and readability of AI-assisted code
• Ethical and Practical Considerations
Discussing the ethical implications of AI-generated code
Understanding intellectual property concerns with Copilot
Ensuring security and privacy with AI tools
• Advanced Topics in AI-assisted Development
Customizing Copilot and future integration possibilities
Leveraging additional AI tools in the coding workflow
Case studies and industry applications of AI pair programming
• Conclusion and Future Trends
Recap of key insights and strategies
The evolving role of AI in software development
Preparing for future advancements in AI tools for coding assistants
• Hands-on Projects and Exercises
Building a complete application with Copilot assistance
Code refactoring and optimization challenges
Collaborative group exercises to enhance learning and skills.

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Conference Talks